Nikon P600 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon P600 and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P600 was revealed 24 months later than the HX30V making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the P600 grades vs the HX30V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P600 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P600 comes with external measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P600 and Sony HX30V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the P600 compared to the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P600 and HX30V is 65 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and HX30V.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX30V to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer P600 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.